Israel announces daily pauses in Gaza fighting as aid airdrops begin
27/07/2025
Gaza: Israel announces daily 10-hour pauses aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid
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27/07/2025
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Gaza aid airdrops spark criticism, as starvation deepens in the Strip
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Gaza: Protesters across the world demand aid access to the Strip
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Gaza: Israel says air drops of aid will resume soon over the Strip
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